Kayak Essentials

Everything you need (besides a kayak) to get safely out on the water!

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Lettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 PieceLettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 Piece
Lettmann Ergonom Pro WW Extreme Paddle - 2 Piece
$820.00
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Lettmann Nitro Whitewater Kayak Paddle - 2 PieceLettmann Nitro Whitewater Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
Lettmann Nitro Whitewater Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
From $820.00
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Lettmann Profile WW Extreme Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
Lettmann Profile WW Extreme Kayak Paddle - 2 Piece
$820.00
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Aquabound Aerial Carbon 2 piece Crank Shaft Kayak PaddleAquabound Aerial Carbon 2 piece Crank Shaft Kayak Paddle
Aquabound Aerial Carbon 2 piece Crank Shaft Kayak Paddle
$699.95
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Werner Double Diamond Bent Shaft PaddleWerner Double Diamond Bent Shaft Paddle
Werner Double Diamond Bent Shaft Paddle
$525.00
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Spray Skirts

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IR Klingon Bungee Spray SkirtIR Klingon Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Klingon Bungee Spray Skirt
From $240.00
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IR Shockwave Bungee Spray SkirtIR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Shockwave Bungee Spray Skirt
$209.00
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Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt CloseoutSeals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt Closeout
Seals Pro Shocker Sprayskirt Closeout
$149.95 $189.95
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IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray SkirtIR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
IR Klingon Empire Bungee Spray Skirt
From $270.00
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Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray SkirtImmersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
Immersion Research Lucky Charm Whitewater Spray Skirt
$239.00 $290.00
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Life Jackets

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Astral INDUS Life JacketAstral INDUS Life Jacket
Astral INDUS Life Jacket
From $375.00
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Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFDAstral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
Astral GreenJacket Rescue PFD
$365.00
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NRS Vector PFDNRS Vector PFD
NRS Vector PFD
$299.95
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Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFDKokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD
Kokatat Hustle R Rescue PFD
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NRS Ninja Pro PFDNRS Ninja Pro PFD
NRS Ninja Pro PFD
$249.95
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Basic Swiftwater Safety Gear List

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Which PFD do I Need?

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How to Choose Your Whitewater Helmet

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Helmets + Accessories

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Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Full Face Helmet 2025
$329.95
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Sweet Protection Wanderer II HelmetSweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
Sweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet
$129.95
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Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
Sweet Protection Rocker Helmet 2025
$249.95
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WRSI Current HelmetWRSI Current Helmet
WRSI Current Helmet
$149.95
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Shred Ready ZETA HelmetShred Ready ZETA Helmet
Shred Ready ZETA Helmet
$177.95
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Throw Bags

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NRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw BagNRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw Bag
NRS Guardian Wedge Waist Throw Bag
$99.95
NRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw BagNRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw Bag
NRS Pro Compact Rescue Throw Bag
$149.95
River Station The B.O.A.T. Throw BagRiver Station The B.O.A.T. Throw Bag
River Station The B.O.A.T. Throw Bag
$99.00
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Pop Top 3/8" Polypro 50'
Pop Top 3/8" Polypro 50'
$69.95
NRS Wedge Rescue ThrowbagNRS Wedge Rescue Throwbag
NRS Wedge Rescue Throwbag
$64.95
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NRS Mesh Bag Large
NRS Mesh Bag Large
$29.95
Women's Kokatat Swift Entry Drysuit with Dropseat & Booties
Women's Kokatat Swift Entry Drysuit with Dropseat & Booties
$865.00
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Kokatat 2025 Womens Meridian Dry Suit - Hydrus 3LKokatat 2025 Womens Meridian Dry Suit - Hydrus 3L
Kokatat 2025 Womens Meridian Dry Suit - Hydrus 3L
$1,155.00
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Kokatat 2025 Mens Meridian Dry Suit - Hydrus 3LKokatat 2025 Mens Meridian Dry Suit - Hydrus 3L
Kokatat 2025 Mens Meridian Dry Suit - Hydrus 3L
$1,155.00
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Astral Women's Loyak Water ShoeAstral Women's Loyak Water Shoe
Astral Women's Loyak Water Shoe
From $49.00 $99.00
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Fox 40 Rescue WhistleFox 40 Rescue Whistle
Fox 40 Rescue Whistle
$7.95
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NRS Men's Rio Splash JacketNRS Men's Rio Splash Jacket
NRS Men's Rio Splash Jacket
$84.95
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NRS Youth Rio PantsNRS Youth Rio Pants
NRS Youth Rio Pants
$59.95
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Astral Brewer 2.0 - CloseoutAstral Brewer 2.0 - Closeout
Astral Brewer 2.0 - Closeout
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Astral Brewess 2.0 CloseoutAstral Brewess 2.0 Closeout
Astral Brewess 2.0 Closeout
$69.95 $125.00
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Astral Rassler 2.0 ShoeAstral Rassler 2.0 Shoe
Astral Rassler 2.0 Shoe
$150.00
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NRS Sandal SockNRS Sandal Sock
NRS Sandal Sock
$29.95
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Level 6 Photon SockLevel 6 Photon Sock
Level 6 Photon Sock
$25.00
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Immersion Research Men's Basic Paddle JacketImmersion Research Men's Basic Paddle Jacket
Immersion Research Men's Basic Paddle Jacket
From $52.00 $70.00
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NRS HydroSkin 0.5 WetsocksNRS HydroSkin 0.5 Wetsocks
NRS HydroSkin 0.5 Wetsocks
$39.95
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NRS Men's Stratos Paddling JacketNRS Men's Stratos Paddling Jacket
NRS Men's Stratos Paddling Jacket
$199.95
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NRS Rio Splash PantsNRS Rio Splash Pants
NRS Rio Splash Pants
$69.95
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Kokatat Men's Stance JacketKokatat Men's Stance Jacket
Kokatat Men's Stance Jacket
$155.00
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NRS Women's Endurance Splash JacketNRS Women's Endurance Splash Jacket
NRS Women's Endurance Splash Jacket
$114.95
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NRS Pilot Rescue KnifeNRS Pilot Rescue Knife
NRS Pilot Rescue Knife
$59.95
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NRS Pilot Access Folding KnifeNRS Pilot Access Folding Knife
NRS Pilot Access Folding Knife
$99.95
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CRKT Bear Claw Rescue KnifeCRKT Bear Claw Rescue Knife
CRKT Bear Claw Rescue Knife
$69.95
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Confluence Kayaks Cam Straps
Confluence Kayaks Cam Straps
From $3.99
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Kayak Carry Handle
Kayak Carry Handle
$12.95

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